Unveiling the forces beneath the Earth’s surface and their impact on our world.
Understanding Earthquakes
Earthquakes happen when the tectonic plates that make up the Earth’s crust move against each other. These plates can push together, pull apart, or slide under one another. When the pressure builds up too much, it releases energy, causing the ground to shake.
How Earthquakes Affect Us
Earthquakes can have several impacts, including:
- Ground Shaking: This can damage buildings and roads.
- Surface Cracks: Earthquakes can create visible cracks in the ground.
- Tsunamis: Underwater earthquakes can generate huge waves called tsunamis.
- Landslides: They can trigger landslides on hills and mountains.
- Aftershocks: These are smaller shakes that occur after the main earthquake.
In Conclusion
While earthquakes can be unpredictable, we now know more about them thanks to advances in science and technology. The more you understand about earthquakes, the better prepared you’ll be, which can help reduce their impact.
